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By Councillor Barrie for answer by the Convener of the Regulatory Committee at a meeting of the Council on 29 April 2021 Council notes the recent announcement that permit fees are being waved for outdoor bars in Edinburgh https ://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/news/article/13144/helping- restaurants-and-cafes-make-the-most-of-outdoor-space- safely-when-restrictions-ease

Council further notes that Walking Tours are low carbon when compared to motorised sightseeing in the city, are low impact sustainable experiences boosting the wellbeing of visitors, staff teams and residents. Often run by local family business, some are Living Wage employers and CEC rate payers. Council also notes that responsible Walking Tour companies mirror CEC Green City and Fair Work objectives and that their businesses have been just as heavily hit by COVID restrictions as Licensed Premises.

What support_is being made available by CEC to walking tours to ‘get businesses back on their feet’ and will their licensing fees be similarly waived or discounted?

Will Council consider favourably allowing walking tours to apply for Outdoor Area Occupation Permits to allow them on street visibility to aid their business recovery?